Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy (ECD) may be warranted if symptoms persist for 8-12 weeks after conservative treatments such as anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments and spinal steroid injections have failed..

We will confirm the existence and location of the cervical disc bulge, tear, or herniation, using CT, discogram and MRI.

This is a surgical procedure where the patient is placed under general anesthesia. A small, tube is inserted into the cervical spine area from the front of the neck under X-ray guidance. By viewing the effected area via a camera inserted in the tube, the herniated disc is found easily.

Depending upon the damage, we can either remove a section of the herniated disc with micro-instruments or treat a small disc bulge or annular tear with a laser. This vaporizes disc material, kills pain nerves inside the disc and hardens the disc to prevent further leakage of disc material to the surrounding nerves.

“Everyone from the front desk, through the procedure, to the recovery was great.
The entire staff was very caring, helpful, and understanding with my procedure.
They are the best doctors in the game. Thank you so much for everything.”

AM

“Coastal Back and Pain Institute are in a class by themselves, as is their support staff at the office and surgical center.
Great job – no pain. The staff was wonderful, very thoughtful, and considerate. Overall, a very positive experience.”

JM

“The staff at the Surgery Center of Lakewood is and always has been professional, caring, and courteous in every aspect of taking care of me as a client. As a healthcare professional myself, I can say that the compassion is truly carried throughout the whole staff. Thank you all for everything you have all done for me in making me feel comfortable and safe during my procedures that I have had at your facility.”